NEC
G60A
P-3 Flight Engineer
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
P-3 Flight Engineers monitor and manage aircraft systems during flight, including propulsion, fuel, electrical, hydraulic, and environmental systems. They identify abnormal conditions, coordinate corrective actions with the flight crew, and apply emergency procedures while maintaining system records.
Core Skills
- aircraft systems monitoring
- engine and propulsion management
- fuel system management
- electrical system monitoring
- hydraulic system monitoring
- flight deck instrument interpretation
- emergency procedure execution
- maintenance log documentation
- aircrew crew resource management
Common Certifications
- FAA Airframe Mechanic Certificate
- FAA Powerplant Mechanic Certificate
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certificate
- Aviation Maintenance Technician Certificate
- CompTIA Network+
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP)
- NCCER Industrial Maintenance Technician
Civilian Career Paths
- AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
- MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
- ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
- AVIATION MANAGEMENT
Training & Development
Getting Started
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certificate
- Aviation Maintenance Technician Certificate
- NCCER Industrial Maintenance Technician
- OSHA 10 Hour General Industry
Career Growth
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP)
- FAA Inspection Authorization
- ASQ Certified Quality Auditor
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
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Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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